THE GOOD work of Stratford Town Trust continues with the awarding of £1.3million in grants.
The cash was handed out to 24 charities, community groups, schools and colleges in Stratford in 2025. This included £150,000 to the Stratford Youth Collective and £5,000 to Shottery 1st Scouts to build a new outdoor learning and campfire area.
Stratford Foodbank were awarded £32,180.
Foodbank manager Asher Deakin said: “Funding from Stratford Town Trust has been instrumental in supporting the Stratford Foodbank over the past year. Their grant has ensured the smooth day-to-day running of our service and allowing us to continue providing vital support to local individuals and families facing hardship. We are extremely grateful for their commitment to our community.”
And ECO Work Shop CIC were awarded £12,095.
Service director Alannah Bayliss continued: ‘ECO Work Shop are so grateful to Stratford Town Trust for funding our 2026 rent. This crucial support gives our not-for-profit CIC the stability needed to continue offering our essential service to adults with learning disabilities and autism.’
James McHugh, grants manager at Stratford Town Trust added: “We’re proud that our grantgiving has supported a wide range of community groups and charities whose vital work brings real benefits to the town. With projects spanning from specialist counselling for the bereaved to support for those affected by dementia, community events, music and sport, we know this funding will make a positive impact across our community.”
Stratford Town Trust’s 2026 large grants round will open in mid-April.
Visit www.stratfordtowntrust.co.uk for more details.
